Science Rules
Welcome to Physical Science! Below are some rules that will allow us to have a safe and successful year
1. Be respectful
· To the teacher, to your peers, and to yourself
2. Use educational time wisely
· This is your chance to learn and ASK QUESTIONS
3. Come prepared to learn
· Do you have your binder, planner, pen/pencil, paper, etc.?
4. Be on time
· You miss information when you’re late
5. Dress appropriately
· Especially for labs- for your safety and the safety of others
6. No phones on RED
· Red means I need your full attention
7. Don’t leave the classroom
· I’ll miss you… and you’ll miss important information
Policies and Procedures
1. You are required to have a 3-ring binder for this class and to keep the binder organized and updated. This binder will be a part of your midterm and final exam grade even if you are exempt.
2. There is a participation grade in this class. You will either receive a 1 or a 0 for a daily participation grade. At the end of the week the grade will be put in out of 5 days. There is no partial credit for participation. In order to get a 1 for your participation grade you must have all of your supplies, stay off of your phone, ask or answer at least one question, actively pay attention, and do not sleep. Just showing up to class is not enough!! If you are absent you will receive a zero for that day’s participation. At the end of the semester two zero’s will be dropped.
3. There is a lab fee for this class. Please bring $10, in correct change, within the first two weeks. Make checks out to SHS Physical Science
4. You are expected to be in your seat and working on the bell work when the tardy bell rings. I do allow two extra minutes after the tardy bell to use the restroom only if you have asked before hand. Please understand that this cuts into your bell work time and if you are unable to complete your bell work because of this, this privilege will be suspended. If you are late to class, you must have a tardy slip or a signed, dated, and timed note from another teacher.
5. If you leave the classroom for ANY reason you must have YOUR signed planned and you must sign out and sign in. There is no restroom use during class nor are you allowed to go to the vending machines during class times.
6. There is a student supply table. It is your responsibility to keep it clean and organized. Use the supplies wisely and be sure to return them. Once the supplies are gone- that’s it.
7. Extra Credit is only offered BEFORE each test. Information on extra credit will be handed out separately and posted on Ms. Jansen’s website. I WILL NOT allow students to submit more than one Extra Credit assignment at a time. Please do not come to me at the end of the semester asking for extra credit opportunities. Extra Credit can be beneficial for students that are actively participating in class and doing their work. This is NOT a replacement for class work and homework.
8. Be careful in the lab and follow all lab directions and safety rules. There is a penalty for late lab reports. There is a 10% grade reduction for every day the lab is late. Horseplay is not allowed and may cause you to fail the lab. The rules to know are on the Science Lab Safety Contract. A copy will be available on my website.
9. Tutoring is available (by appointment) after school from 3:45 to 4:30. Tutoring is also available before school every day except my duty day from 7:30 to 8:00. You are required to have a pass to come before school. Make an appointment if you need tutoring during another time. Occasionally, the school requires my presence at meetings, but I will inform you if I am not available for tutoring.
10. You can eat and drink in the classroom as long as you don’t make a mess. This privilege is suspended during assessments. You cannot eat food that requires a utensil. Your drink must be in a covered container to prevent spills. Any issue or argument with this policy will result in the suspension of the policy for the entire class, or just for some students, at Mrs. Jansen’s discretion. You MUST clean up after yourself. THERE ARE NO FOOD OR DRINKS ALLOWED IN THE LAB.
11. If you fail a test you have the opportunity to make some points back. You can come after school on the very next Tuesday or Thursday and correct the test completely. You must explain your answers to Ms. Jansen. This will allow you to receive a maximum of 65% on the test. Other assessments do not have this option.
12. Follow all school rules as set forth in the planner
13. Supplies required for this class are: 3-ring binder for notes and handouts, lined paper, a writing instrument of your choice, your planner, and a dark blue or black pen for assessments.
14. Grading policy is as follows
25% Tests
20% Labs
15% Quizzes
10% Homework
5% Bell Work
5% Participation
20% Midterm/Final Exam
* note: there are no exemptions for the midterm
15. Students and parents may sign up for alerts by texting the number 81010. In the message area write “@fall2016ph”. You can also download the Remind App and search for my class using @fall2016ph. Parents are able to contact me through the app for one-on-one communication or by using my email .
This signed sheet should be the first page in your 3-ring binder. If you lose it, there is a copy on my website. There will be a supplies and documents check on Friday of the second week of school. This check includes the class supplies, the safety contract, the class rules, your planner, and the introductory student survey. This is for a quiz grade. You are required to have all class supplies every day in class with you.
Please sign below that you have read and agree with these class rules.
Printed student name:______
Student signature:______
Parent/guardian signature:______
Name______Block______
SOUTHHAVEN HIGH SCHOOL SCIENCE LAB SAFETY CONTRACT
Science is a hands-on laboratory class. Students will be doing many activities that will require the use of chemicals, laboratory equipment, and other items that if used incorrectly can be hazardous. Safety in the science classroom is the number one priority for students, teachers, and parents. To ensure a safe science classroom, a list of rules has been developed and provided to you in this student safety contract. These rules must be followed at all times. The student and a parent/guardian must sign their copy. Please read the entire contract before you sign.
GENERAL GUIDELINES
1. Conduct yourself in a responsible manner at all times in the laboratory.
2. Follow all written and verbal instructions carefully. If you do not understand a direction or part of a procedure, ask your teacher before proceeding with the activity.
3. Never work alone in the laboratory. No student may work in the science classroom without the presence of a teacher.
4. Do not touch any equipment, chemicals, or other materials in the laboratory area until you are instructed to do so.
5. Perform only those experiments authorized by your teacher. Carefully follow all instructions, both written and oral. Unauthorized experiments are not allowed.
6. Do not eat food, drink beverages, or chew gum in the laboratory. Do not use laboratory glassware as containers for food or beverages.
7. Observe good housekeeping practices. Work areas should be kept clean and tidy at all times.
8. Report any accident (spill, breakage, etc.) or injury (cut, burn, etc.) to the teacher immediately, no matter how trivial it seems. Immediately (and loudly) yell out the teacher's name to get the teacher's attention. Do not panic.
9. Check with your teacher for correct disposal procedures for chemicals and solutions.
10. Keep hands away from face, eyes, mouth, and body while using chemicals or lab equipment. Wash your hands with soap and water after performing all experiments.
11. Experiments must be personally monitored at all times. Do not wander around the room, distract other students, startle other students, or interfere with the laboratory experiments of others.
12. Know the locations and operating procedures of all safety equipment including: fire extinguisher, eye wash station and shower. Know where the fire alarm and the exits are located.
13. Know what to do if there is a fire drill during a laboratory period; containers must be closed, all flames extinguished, and any electrical equipment turned off.
14. For most laboratory activities students will be required to wear safety goggles. In such cases contact lenses must be removed and alternative corrective eyewear used.
15. Dress properly during a laboratory activity. Long hair, dangling jewelry, and loose or baggy clothing are a hazard in the laboratory. Long hair must be tied back, dangling jewelry removed and baggy clothing must be secured. Shoes must completely cover the foot. No sandals allowed on lab days.
HANDLING CHEMICALS, GLASSWARE, AND EQUIPMENT
16. All chemicals in the laboratory should be considered as dangerous. Avoid handling chemicals with unprotected hands. Always use appropriate equipment to distribute chemicals. Do not taste, or smell any chemicals unless instructed to do so.
17. Never return unused chemicals to their original container unless you are directed to do so.
18. Never remove chemicals or other materials from the laboratory area.
19. Never handle broken glass with your bare hands. Notify the teacher immediately if glass is broken.Examine glassware before each use. Never use chipped, cracked, or dirty glassware.
20. If you do not understand how to use a piece of equipment, ask the teacher for help.
HEATING SUBSTANCES
21. Use of a Bunsen burner or hot plate is only allowed in the presence of the teacher. Take care that hair, clothing, hands and other materials are a safe distance from the hot plate at all times. Remove chemical containers from the area where heating is taking place.
22. Heated glassware remains very hot for a long time. They should be set aside in a designated place to cool, and picked up with caution. Do not immerse hot glassware in cold water as it may shatter. Use tongs or “hot hands” if necessary.
23. Never look into a container that is being heated. Always direct the mouth of vessels that are being heated away from group members.
QUESTIONS (answers are confidential)
24. Do you wear contact lenses? Yes______No______Are you color blind? Yes ______No______
25. Do you have allergies? Yes ______No ___ If so, please list specific allergies ______
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AGREEMENT
I, ______(student's name) have read and agree to follow all of the safety rules set forth in this contract. I realize that I must obey these rules to insure my own safety, and that of my fellow students and teachers. I will cooperate to the fullest extent with my instructor and fellow students to maintain a safe science lab environment. I will also closely follow the oral and written instructions provided by the instructor. I am aware that any violation of this safety contract that results in unsafe conduct in the laboratory, or misbehavior on my part, may result in further disciplinary action.
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Student signature Date
Dear Parent or Guardian:
We feel that you should be informed regarding SHS’s effort to create and maintain a safe science classroom/laboratory environment. With the cooperation of the teachers, parents, and students, a safety instruction program can eliminate, prevent, and correct possible hazards. You should be aware of the safety instructions your son or daughter will receive before engaging in any laboratory work. Please read the list of safety rules above. No student will be permitted to perform laboratory activities unless this contract is signed by both the student and parent/guardian and is on file with the teacher. Your signature on this contract indicates that you have read this Student Safety Contract, are aware of the measures taken to insure the safety of your son or daughter in the science laboratory, and will instruct your son or daughter to uphold his or her agreement to follow these rules and procedures in the laboratory.
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Parent/Guardian signature Date
EXTRA CREDIT
This assignment is due BEFORE each test.
You are allowed to submit the following works for 5 points on each test:
· Watch a TED talk pertaining to chemistry and write a short summary about what you learned from the talk. Be sure to include the speaker’s name and the date and title of the talk. Include what the talk was about, what you found dis/interesting about the talk, and how this talk pertains to you and chemistry. You will receive the total 5 points if the talk pertains to material being covered on the test.
https://www.ted.com/topics/chemistry
-or-
· Create a poster on material being covered on the test. Be sure that the information is correct, presented clearly, and effort is shown. For this assignment, you will be allowed to work with ONE other student. On a separate sheet of paper, include what each student contributed to the project.
NOTE: I WILL NOT allow students to submit more than one Extra Credit assignment at a time. Please do not come to me at the end of the semester asking for extra credit opportunities. Extra Credit can be beneficial for students that are actively participating in class and doing their work. This is NOT a replacement for class work and homework.